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Lenovo Legion Pro 5 16IRX9

Expert rating8.5 / 10

CPU:: Core i9-14900HX
GPU:: RTX 4070 8GB
RAM:: 32GB DDR5
Display:: 16" 2560x1600 240Hz

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Manufacturer: Lenovo Last updated: 2026-10-08

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Lenovo Legion Pro 5 16IRX9 Review

Lenovo Legion Pro 5 16IRX9 gaming laptop with Core i9-14900HX (24 cores), RTX 4070 8 GB at up to 140 W, 32 GB DDR5-5600 and a 16-inch 2560x1600 240 Hz IPS display.

This 2024 Legion pairs a 24-core Core i9-14900HX with an RTX 4070 Laptop GPU that has 8 GB of VRAM. The 16-inch 2560x1600 IPS panel refreshes at 240 Hz, which suits fast competitive games, and Advanced Optimus handles graphics switching. Memory is 32 GB of DDR5-5600 in two SO-DIMM slots, with up to 64 GB supported, and a second M.2 slot is free for more storage. The clear limitation is that Thunderbolt is listed as None. It weighs 2.5 kg, has an 80 Wh battery and ships with a 300 W adapter.

Overview

The Legion Pro 5 targets 1440p gaming with a 240Hz panel and Advanced Optimus, keeping both RAM slots full but one storage slot open.

Our verdict

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Expert rating8.5 / 10

The Legion Pro 5 16 has a Core i9-14900HX, a GeForce RTX 40 series GPU with 8GB of VRAM and 32GB of DDR5. The 16-inch 2560 x 1600 IPS display runs at 240 Hz, and a free M.2 slot with an 80 Wh battery makes it a strong 1440p gaming laptop.

There is no Thunderbolt or USB4 listed, so docks and fast external devices may be limited. It weighs 2.5 kg, so portability is poor.

Best for

1440p gaming on a budget flagship

Not for

Thunderbolt peripheral users

Specifications

What these specs mean

Identity and variant

Brand	Lenovo
Series	Legion Pro 5
Series ID	lenovo-legion-pro-5-16irx9
SKU Name	Legion Pro 5 16IRX9 (i9-14900HX, RTX 4070, 32GB)
Chassis Code	16IRX9
Region Sold	Global

Class and platform

Laptop Class	Gaming
Release Year	2024
Operating System	Windows 11 Home
Weight	2.5 kg

Processor

CPU Brand	Intel
CPU Model	Core i9-14900HX
CPU Cores	24
CPU Base Power	55 W
CPU Max Turbo Power	157 W

Sustained power

Sustained Power Source	Not Measured
Power Adapter Wattage	300 W

Graphics

GPU Brand	NVIDIA
GPU Model	GeForce RTX 4070 Laptop GPU
VRAM	8 GB
GPU Max Graphics Power	140 W
Graphics Switching	Advanced Optimus

Memory

RAM Capacity	32 GB
RAM Type	DDR5
RAM Speed	5600 MT/s
Memory Form Factor	SO-DIMM
Memory Soldered	No
Max RAM Supported	64 GB

Upgradability

RAM Slots	2
RAM Slots Free	0
Storage Slots	2
Storage Slots Free	1
Storage Form Factor	M.2 2280
Storage Interface	PCIe 4.0 x4
SATA Bay Present	No

Storage as shipped

Storage Capacity	1000 GB
Storage Type	NVMe SSD

Display

Display Size	16 inches
Resolution Width	2560 px
Resolution Height	1600 px
Refresh Rate	240 Hz
Panel Type	IPS
Brightness Condition	Vendor Unstated
Touchscreen	No

Battery and ports

Battery Capacity	80 Wh
Thunderbolt Support	None
WiFi Standard	WiFi 6E

FAQs

What is the refresh rate of the Legion Pro 5 16IRX9?

The 16-inch 2560x1600 IPS display runs at 240 Hz. It is not a touchscreen.

Can I add more RAM to the Legion Pro 5 16IRX9?

It has two SO-DIMM slots and both are filled with the 32 GB installed. The memory is not soldered and the listed maximum is 64 GB, so you would replace the modules.

Does the Legion Pro 5 16IRX9 have Thunderbolt?

No. Thunderbolt support is listed as None, so look at its other ports if you rely on Thunderbolt docks or storage.

Can I add a second SSD to the Legion Pro 5 16IRX9?

Yes. It has two M.2 2280 slots, one holds the 1 TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD, and one is free.